Page 2 - defects or other reproductive harm.
©2009 HTC. All Rights Reserved. Beatrice, NE. Printed in U.S.A. WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 3 - CONTENTS; KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER
CONTENTS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Grass Catcher. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, contact the nearest authorized service center/ department. They ...
Page 4 - COMPONENTS
4 - Husqvarna COMPONENTS NOTE: Front Weight Bars vary by model and may look different from those shown. HOOD WEIGHT BAR BLOWER ASSEMBLY HOSE BAG
Page 5 - SAFETY RULES; SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS; SLOPE OPERATION
Husqvarna - 5 SAFETY RULES DANGER ! THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand and fo...
Page 6 - CHILDREN; SERVICE
6 - Husqvarna SAFETY RULES DO NOT • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-off, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do...
Page 8 - ASSEMBLY; BAGGER ASSEMBLY
8 - Husqvarna ASSEMBLY BAGGER ASSEMBLY Attach hitch tube to support bracket with 1. 3 / 8 -16 x 2 shoulder bolts and secure with flange nuts. HITCH TUBE SUPPORT BRACKET Place the support bracket against the frame rear 2. guard. Using the outer right hole and inner left hole, secure with 5 / 16 x 1 b...
Page 10 - DRIVE PULLEY; DECK STOP
10 - Husqvarna Deck Height Adjustment ASSEMBLY DRIVE PULLEY Remove the discharge chute from the deck. (Deck 1. configuration will vary by size and model)Lower deck to the lowest cutting position. 2. Remove the right hand (discharge side) belt cover 3. from the deck.Relieve the tension from the deck ...
Page 11 - BLOWER ASSEMBLY; DRIVE BELT
Husqvarna - 11 ASSEMBLY BLOWER ASSEMBLY Position blower over the discharge tabs on the 1. deck and set blower onto the deck.Be sure the blower is sitting flush against the 2. outside of the deck.Secure the mount bracket to the deck with the pin 3. and hairpin cotter supplied with the kit. Mount Brac...
Page 12 - MIDDLE CHUTE
12 - Husqvarna ASSEMBLY MIDDLE CHUTE BLOWER ASSEMBLY MIDDLE CHUTE 1. Place middle chute over the top end of the blower assembly. 2. Latch middle chute to blower assembly. BELT COVERS Place the deck belt shield on the deck over the 1. drive pulley and secure with hardware removed from steel belt shie...
Page 13 - WEIGHT KIT
Husqvarna - 13 ASSEMBLY 2¾ BOLT 3¾ BOLT WEIGHT BRACKET CAST WEIGHT WEIGHT KIT 1. Bolt cast weight and two weight brackets together using 2¾" bolts and nuts. 2. Slide both weight brackets over the front tube on the frame, positioning the assembly in the center of the frame. 3. Secure with 3¾"...
Page 14 - TRANSPORT; SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE; BAG CARE; POLY MESH CLEANING
14 - Husqvarna TRANSPORT STORAGE When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grass, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry place. Also clean machine and cover all scratches with touch-up paint. Covered or indoor storage is recommended. HOSE CARE Inspect...
Page 15 - PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; Before servicing unit, wait for
Husqvarna - 15 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Before Each Use Every 5 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 55 Hours Inspect/Clean Poly Mesh X X Check/Tighten Nuts & Bolts X Check/Tighten Hoses X Turn Hose End to End X Rotate Hose X Clean Machine X Inspect B...
Page 16 - TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING; OPERATION
16 - Husqvarna TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING Follow the mower operation instructions in the mower operator’s manual.When utilizing the grass catcher on a lawn where grass and leaf bagging equipment has not been used, thatch and debris that has accumulated for long periods of time will be picked up. The ...
Page 17 - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; could develop into a fire.
Husqvarna - 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.• Before each use check for loose fasteners.• Clean unit thoroughly after each use. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades...
Page 18 - HOOD
18 - Husqvarna HOOD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 22 10 20 19 21 14 23 24
Page 20 - HITCH
20 - Husqvarna HITCH 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 15 18 11 7 1 10 16 10 7 7 10 10 7 17 19 21 20 22 23 27 26 25 24 10 28
Page 22 - BLOWER
22 - Husqvarna BLOWER 2 4 5 7 8 9 40 14 32 13 47 10 17 17 59 11 20 21 18 43 24 25 62 41 20 60 30 31 49 39 36 44 26 66 45 65 38 37 42 6 33 28 36 29 50 48 57 31 22 46 52 48 1 3 61 16 27 63 61 64 30 22 24 46 47 45 48 35 33 51 36 54 55 33 34 19 19 58 23 53 15 56 59 12 67 69 68
Page 24 - WEIGHT
24 - Husqvarna WEIGHT 2 7 6 5 4 3 1 8 9 10 11 COLLECTION BAG 11 14 12 13 3
Page 25 - COLLECTION BAG
Husqvarna - 25 WEIGHT 522 989002 1.. .... 1 .... BRACKET, WEIGHT 539 111587 2.. .... 1 .... WEIGHT, CAST 521 996501 3.. .... 8 .... NUT 3 / 8 -16 HEX FLANGE 539 101341 4.. .... 4 .... HCS 3 / 8 -16 x 3 539 990122 5.. .... 8 .... WASHER 3 / 8 SAE FLAT 539 990118 6.. .... 4 .... WASHER 3 / 8 SLW 539 1...
Page 26 - DRIVE KIT